Consultant - Cost Intelligence & Estimating - PMCM

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Thrive programme

Virtual GP service

Gymflex scheme

Menopause support package

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Consultant in Cost Intelligence and Estimating to deliver high-quality estimating, benchmarking and cost-management services for major infrastructure programmes. You will develop cost plans across the project lifecycle, using standards and data-driven tools to support client decisions.

Join a global team and access development and earning opportunities across technical delivery, business development and market growth across sectors.

Qualifications

• Construction cost management, quantity surveying or relevant qualification and/or desire to pursue RICS chartership with our support.
• Demonstrable experience in infrastructure sectors, including estimating and benchmarking at various design stages, digital tools, procurement and pre- and post-cost and commercial management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills, with ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Passion about making a difference and being part of a dynamic team.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist estimating, benchmarking and commercial insight across major infrastructure markets.
• Support the provision of robust estimating capability, market understanding and client engagement.
• Collaborate with the Project Management and Commercial Management Team and other complementary disciplines within the Civil Infrastructure and Utilities group.
• Apply construction cost management principles and standards to deliver high-value advisory services.
• Utilise digital tools, data-visualisation and reporting techniques to communicate cost intelligence insights.

Job description

Job Description

As a Consultant within our Cost Intelligence and Estimating team, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality estimating, cost intelligence and benchmarking services for major programmes and projects across infrastructure and built environment sectors. You will be involved in developing robust cost estimates and cost plans across the project lifecycle, applying established construction cost management principles, methodologies and standards, while also leveraging data-driven insights, benchmarking and digital tools to enhance accuracy, transparency and client decision‑making.

In this role you will work on complex commissions, collaborate with colleagues globally and have access to development and earning opportunities covering all career aspects ranging from technical competency and delivery expertise through to business development helping grow WSP’s presence in key markets and sectors.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist estimating, benchmarking and commercial insight across major infrastructure markets.
• Support the provision of robust estimating capability, market understanding and client engagement.
• Collaborate with the Project Management and Commercial Management Team and other complementary disciplines within the Civil Infrastructure and Utilities group.
• Apply construction cost management principles and standards to deliver high-value advisory services.
• Utilise digital tools, data‑visualisation and reporting techniques to communicate cost intelligence insights.

Qualifications

• Construction cost management, quantity surveying or relevant qualification and/or desire to pursue RICS chartership with our support.
• Demonstrable experience in infrastructure sectors, including estimating and benchmarking at various design stages, digital tools, procurement and pre‑ and post‑cost and commercial management.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills, with ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.
• Passion about making a difference and being part of a dynamic team.

Preferred Experience

• Transferable experience across other regulated infrastructure markets, especially in the water or energy sectors.
• Experience using data visualisation or digital reporting tools such as Power BI to communicate cost intelligence insights.
• Familiarity with relevant specialist software such as CostX and CEMAR.
• Desire to develop beyond a technical role by supporting growth plans, bids, proposals and work‑winning activities.
• Willingness to participate in external events, networks or best practice development.

Benefits

Work‑life balance: Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging: We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences and encourage people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work.

Health & Wellbeing: We provide a Thrive programme, a Virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, a Gymflex scheme, and a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time: The “WSP My Hour” allows you to take one hour each day for personal activities, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Equal Opportunities

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria; please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.